Tag: Legislation
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Ottawa Announces Next Steps in National Gun Buyback Program
Overview of Ottawa’s Next Phase for the Gun Buyback Canada’s federal government has laid out the forthcoming steps in its national gun buyback program, signaling a structured path for Canadians to participate and receive compensation for turning in firearms now deemed outlawed. With a window of approximately two months to declare interest, the program aims…
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Senators Push for Stronger Social Media Laws in Pakistan: A Cross-Party Call for Action
Cross-Party Consensus on a Modern Social Media Framework ISLAMABAD — In a rare display of bipartisan concern, members of Parliament from across the political spectrum gathered on Saturday to address the rising influence of social media. Leaders and lawmakers voiced a unified demand for stronger, clearer regulations that reflect global best practices while protecting constitutional…
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Senators Push for Stronger Social Media Laws to Tackle Misinformation and Harassment
Rising concern over social media’s influence ISLAMABAD — In a rare cross-party moment, members of Parliament gathered on Saturday to address the growing influence of social media on public discourse and national security. Legislators from across the political spectrum underscored the need for robust regulations to curb misinformation, hate speech, and online harassment while preserving…
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Indonesia’s Counter-Disinformation Bill: Still in Discourse, Palace Says
Indonesia’s Counter-Disinformation Bill: A Policy in Flux Indonesia’s government has reiterated that the proposed Draft Law on Countering Disinformation and Foreign Propaganda remains in the discussion phase and has not yet been formally drafted. The clarification came as officials emphasized that the policy is still being debated among ministries and in Parliament, with no firm…
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Indonesia’s Counter-Disinformation Bill Remains in Discourse, Palace Says
Overview: A Bill in the Weighing Stage Indonesia’s government has signaled that the Draft Law on Countering Disinformation and Foreign Propaganda remains in the consultation phase, with no formal drafting yet completed. In official remarks, State Secretary Minister Prasetyo Hadi stressed that the proposal is under discussion rather than moving toward immediate legislative text. This…
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Indonesia’s Counter-Disinformation Bill: In Discourse, Not Drafted Yet
Overview: What’s Happening with Indonesia’s Counter-Disinformation Bill Indonesia’s government has clarified that the proposed Draft Law on Countering Disinformation and Foreign Propaganda is still in the discussion phase and has not been formally drafted. This statement comes amid ongoing public debate and concerns about how laws aimed at countering misinformation could impact freedom of expression…
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A Significant Step in the Right Direction: ECAJ Welcomes Draft Antisemitism and Extremism Legislation With Qualifications
Overview: ECAJ’s measured welcome to new draft legislation The Executive Council of Australian Jewry (ECAJ) has welcomed the tabling of draft legislation aimed at combating antisemitism, hatred, and extremism in Australia. The reaction, however, was cautious rather than unreserved, signaling that while a legislative framework could be a significant step forward, the outcomes will depend…
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ECAJ Praises Draft Legislation to Fight Antisemitism, Hate, and Extremism in Australia
Overview: A Step Forward with Guarded Optimism The Executive Council of Australian Jewry (ECAJ) welcomed the tabling of draft legislation aimed at countering antisemitism, hatred, and extremism in Australia. While the organization applauded what it characterized as a significant step in the right direction, it also outlined a set of qualifications and safeguards that must…
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ECAJ Welcomes Draft Legislation to Combat Antisemitism, Hate, and Extremism with Qualifications
Overview: A Step in the Right Direction The Executive Council of Australian Jewry (ECAJ) issued a measured response to the introduction of draft legislation aimed at addressing antisemitism, hate, and extremism. While expressing cautious optimism, ECAJ stressed the importance of robust safeguards, precise definitions, and practical enforcement measures to ensure the laws deliver tangible protection…
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Ontario Moves to Ban Cat Declawing, Dog Debarking, and Ear Cropping
Ontario Proposes a New Bundle of Protections for Pets Ontario appears poised to regulate more strictly how pets are treated, with a plan to ban cat declawing, debarking of dogs, and ear cropping. The move, still in the consultation phase, aims to reduce routine procedures that animal welfare advocates say cause unnecessary pain and long-term…